The history behind Juneteeth - or June 19 - is much celebrated across the country, particularly among the black community, to commemorate the end of slavery. 2020 marks the 155th anniversary.The date … [Read more...] about What is Juneteenth? The history behind the oldest commemoration of the abolishment of slavery in the US
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Spain could be seeing start of coronavirus decline, mulls easing restrictions: PM
Get all the latest news on coronavirus and more delivered daily to your inbox. Sign up here.Spaniards might be seeing the beginning of the coronavirus pandemic's decline after new reported infections … [Read more...] about Spain could be seeing start of coronavirus decline, mulls easing restrictions: PM
Who is Bill de Blasio? Here are some things to know about New York City’s mayor
New York City Mayor Bill de Blasio has been involved in local politics for nearly two decades, but has seen his national profile rise in recent years through his short-lived 2020 presidential campaign … [Read more...] about Who is Bill de Blasio? Here are some things to know about New York City’s mayor
US Catholic bishops ease Lent obligations on eating meat amid coronavirus
Get all the latest news on coronavirus and more delivered daily to your inbox. Sign up here.Some Catholic bishops in the United States are easing the obligations of faithful for the last remaining … [Read more...] about US Catholic bishops ease Lent obligations on eating meat amid coronavirus
Spain’s coronavirus death toll surges past China
Get all the latest news on coronavirus and more delivered daily to your inbox. Sign up here.Spain surged past China to now have the world’s second-highest tally of coronavirus deaths after seeing a … [Read more...] about Spain’s coronavirus death toll surges past China
Iran sees biggest single-day spike in coronavirus deaths, as toll surpasses 1,135
Iran's coronavirus cover-upIran has the fourth-highest death toll from coronavirus in the world but many analysts suspect the numbers of cases and deaths are much higher than the country is willing to … [Read more...] about Iran sees biggest single-day spike in coronavirus deaths, as toll surpasses 1,135
Putin asks court to amend constitution, allow him to remain in power until 2036
Russian President Vladimir Putin has formally asked the country's consitutional court to approve an amendment that could allow him to remain in power for another 16 years.Earlier this week, the … [Read more...] about Putin asks court to amend constitution, allow him to remain in power until 2036
South African king goes on ax rampage in palace, targets regent son
The nephew of the late Nelson Mandela – who happens to be a South African king – was arrested after allegedly going on an ax rampage in the palace, reports claim.Buyelekhaya Dalindyebo reportedly … [Read more...] about South African king goes on ax rampage in palace, targets regent son
Iran’s coronavirus death toll tops 600 as Middle Eastern countries step up containment measures
Iran's coronavirus cover-upIran has the fourth-highest death toll from coronavirus in the world but many analysts suspect the numbers of cases and deaths are much higher than the country is willing to … [Read more...] about Iran’s coronavirus death toll tops 600 as Middle Eastern countries step up containment measures
Spain set to announce lockdown as coronavirus cases spike; planes turned around midair
Spain is set to announce an Italian-style countrywide lockdown Saturday after a dramatic spike in coronavirus cases.Ahead of the announcement, airplanes on their way to the Iberian Peninsula … [Read more...] about Spain set to announce lockdown as coronavirus cases spike; planes turned around midair
